Dear old toxic "Ewww" days. Just to clarify: lots of those cute character-themed backpacks and lunch boxes our kids clamor for are made with polyvinyl chloride (PVC) or vinyl. Children are ...

A study conducted by the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, and commissioned by the Plastic Soup Foundation, has found that nearly 80 percent of meat and dairy products from farm animals contain ...

When we go shopping, especially if it’s at a major retailer, we can reasonably expect that the products we buy will be free from harmful chemicals. Unfortunately, that’s not always the case, ...

The EPA’s tentative determination signals the possibility of a future course reversal, and interested parties should consider making public comments, which could influence the outcome of the process.

I know to avoid PVC, but it’s difficult to know all the places it lurks. Is all vinyl PVC, or are there PVC-free vinyls? What options are there for waterproof but PVC-free materials (I have children ...

PVC plastic, or polyvinyl chloride, is a rigid plastic that is designed to withstand harsh impacts and extreme temperatures. This type of material is highly used in various end-user indsutries for ...

Yeah, I’ve written about toxic toys before, but it’s that time of year. That time of year when many folks feel the need to purchase toys because it’s holiday time. Because, by God, we’re Americans.

This post may contain links from our sponsors and affiliates, and Flywheel Publishing may receive compensation for actions taken through them. When we go shopping, especially if it’s at a major ...